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La Fontanella Ristorante

24600 S Tamiami Trl Ste 204, Bonita Springs, FL 34134-7023
(239) 498-6808
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Ranked #34 of 118 restaurants in Bonita Springs
Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: Reservations
Most recent review
- May 8, 2013
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Dining options: Reservations
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Naples, Florida
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

So about a week ago i went to enjoy dinner with my family. Unfortunately that was the last thing we did! Our experience at "La Fontanella Ristorante" was horrible. Not forgetting to mention the food we ordered the "Calamari alla Griglia" was extremely tough and uneatable. Also we thought that it might of just been the appetizer that was digusting... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

We had a wonderful dinner this evening at this authentic Italian restaurant. Don't let the location in a strip center fool you. The food is high quality and wonderfully prepared. I had called a day ahead to ask if they were serving osso bucco. The owner/chef said he tried to get the veal shanks. Well, it was fabulous! Probably the... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

To be fair, the service was outstanding for the first 30 minutes were there. However, as soon as our meal came out (which came quickly), we were utterly forgotten about. Our waiter was nowhere to be found, the hostess and a busboy happened by, but when our meal ended, we waited for quite a while before a manager came and... More

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Bonita Springs, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013 via mobile

We are locals, love Italian and yet have never ventured into La Fontanella. Shame on us. If the noise level was toned down, there was Eggplant Parm on the menu and general ambiance picked up, this place is five stars, easy. The food is excellent; from appetizer to dessert nothing but fresh ingredients. Service is excellent; efficient, knowledgeable and friendly.... More

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Newport, Rhode Island
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

WE had an exceptionally great meal here we able to get it using two fer coupons to pay. Went here on advise a friend an plan to be a regular.Both dishes were awesome.

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Fort Myers
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

This restaurant was just what I was hoping for. I had trouble deciding what entree to order because so many sounded good. Two of us ordered the osso buco and it was the best I ever had. I was told the fish was really done well Food quality was top notch.. Service attentive. Can get noisy. Salad was split as... More

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Fort Myers, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

We visited this restaurant often as we think they serve great food and the service is always good. I recommend the cannelloni when they have it among their specials. Do reservations as the season picks up (mid October). We wished it was opened year round.

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Naples, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

Moe, (owner) and his family really do it right. Very good selection of yummy Italian dishes that are offered in a very nice resturant setting with experienced and attentive staff. Try the Canneloni, its a speciality and very tasty. Call ahead is advised.

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Burlington, Vermont
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

How did I not know about this restaurant for so long, and I live around the corner? Don't let the location put you off - this place (next to Publix and close to Toast which is great for breakfast) is FABULOUS. Specials recommended by the owner were beautiful - mediterranean salad and osso bucco were tonights delightful choises. YUM!! And... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013 via mobile

A party of 8, we had reservations but still had a long wait to be seated. Once seated it took forever to be served. The food was very good but waiter was slow in seeing to our needs. The price was a little steep also

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